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WW2 A family seeks refuge inside an Anderson Air Raid shelter during the blitz
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WW2 A family seeks refuge inside an Anderson Air Raid shelter during the blitz
WW2
A family seeks refuge inside an Anderson Air Raid shelter during the blitz. These shelter came in kit form, they were made of corrugated iron. Once assembled a hole in the garden was dug and the shelter sunk into the hole. The shelter was then covered over with earth.
A family seek refuge under a makeshift abode.
Picture shows first baby born in an air raid shelter. Baby Peter Roderick, pictured with his mother Winifred, dad Joseph, a tram driver, and 5 year old sister Doreen
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Sunday Pictorial
Mirrorpix
London
England
WA*1983143
Media ID 21608512
© Mirrorpix
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This poignant photograph captures a family's struggle for survival during the chaos of World War II. In the midst of the relentless blitz, they find solace inside an Anderson Air Raid shelter. These shelters, made from corrugated iron, were assembled in kit form and sunk into holes dug in gardens before being covered with earth. Underneath this makeshift abode, a miracle unfolds as Baby Peter Roderick becomes the first child to be born within the confines of an air raid shelter. His mother Winifred cradles him lovingly while his father Joseph, a tram driver by profession, stands proudly beside them. Five-year-old sister Doreen completes this brave family portrait. The image is a testament to both resilience and hope amidst unimaginable adversity. It serves as a reminder of the countless families who sought refuge underground during those dark days in London's Catford neighborhood. Their determination to protect their loved ones from bombs raining down on their city is palpable. As we reflect on this snapshot frozen in time, let us honor not only these individuals but also all those who endured similar hardships throughout history. May it inspire us to appreciate our own blessings and remember that even amidst turmoil, there can still be moments of joy and new beginnings emerging from unexpected places like this humble air raid shelter.
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